The Breton striped shirt comes from humble beginnings. More specifically, the top dates back to 1858, when it was worn by French navy sailors. In the years since, however, the Breton striped top has ...

When it comes to fashion staples, there is perhaps no article of clothing more timeless than a Breton striped shirt. First worn by sailors in 1858, the white and navy pattern has become a closet ...

The Breton is one of the most enduring fashion items. A legitimate wardrobe staple, it's a fashion classic in the truest sense of the word; a piece that is guaranteed never to date, is easy to wear, ...

Your inbox is about to become a better place. Sign up for exclusive content from our editors and never miss out on the best from the magazine and stylist.co.uk again. A Breton top is the Parisian ...

Nothing says low-key chic quite like a Breton top. It has an everlasting appeal that we doubt it will ever shake. Some of the most stylish moments in history featured these famous stripes; cast your ...

Left: A nautical illustration by Pierre Mourgue, 1934. Right: Shipshape looks from the spring-summer 2025 collections of (clockwise from top left) Alaïa, Dior, Marni, Chanel, Moschino, Prada, Duran ...

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There has to be a reason why many designers go for striped shirts for women. The trick is to look for a feminine version of a striped men’s shirt. And if you don’t find one that you like, here’s what ...